***Scarlett*** I was standing outside, trying to process everything that had happened. The happiness I felt from sending Evans to hell can't be quantified. Then I saw Bryan walking towards me. At first, I thought I was hallucinating not until his car got closer. I was surprised to see him, and I instantly knew that Adam had directed him here. As Bryan approached me, I could see the concern in his eyes. I almost broke down in tears when he wrapped his arms around me. I was taken aback, not just because he pulled me into a hug but also because people were around us, watching. "Bryan you need to leave. People are already looking strangely at us," I said in a pleading tone. He hugged me tightly and then cupped my cheeks and kissed me deeply. "Bryan, what are you doing?" I asked, pulling away from him. "I don't care who is watching. I missed you and I want to feel you close to me." "You shouldn't be here," I blurted with a warning. "Someone who knows who you are might recog
***Bryan*** I couldn't shake off the feeling of frustration that had been building up inside me. I knew deep down that the woman I wanted to be with was Scarlett, not Ingrid. But I had committed to marrying Ingrid out of respect for her father, and It's difficult to back out now. Ingrid was beyond happy about our upcoming marriage, but I just couldn't muster up the same enthusiasm. She noticed my distance and came to talk to me. . "Nothing's wrong," I lied without looking up. at her. "I'm just anxious about the wedding being only two days away. that's all." But Ingrid wasn't buying it. She tried to seduce me, but I turned her down. My wolf wanted to have sex too, of course it's been a while. My wolf wanted someone else, not ingrid. Now that I knew where Scarlett was, I couldn't help but feel the urge to go to her. It would have been better if Adam hadn't told me her location. Max walked in on us and saw Ingrid crying. "What's going on here?" he asked, his voice stern.
***Bryan*** Scarlett was taken aback immediately I blocked her path. "Bryan stop what you're doing and leave," She said, her voice gentle. "Scarlett, I want you in my life," I said, my voice filled with conviction. "I can't imagine living without you. The days I've spent without you close to me have been the hardest." She remained quiet and look at me. I stepped forward until I closed the distance between us. I almost thought she was going to step away from me when I reached out to hold her. I placed her hand on my chest until I was sure she could feel my heart beat. "Can you hear that? I've never felt like this for anyone." "I can't do this. We shouldn't be doing this. You know that." I pulled her onto a hug. That is my answer to her. She was weak in my arms, her body trembling with desire. My touch was setting her skin on fire, and I could feel her surrendering to me. But then, she pushed me away, her eyes filled with sadness. "Bryan, you're being stubborn. Why do you wa
***Scarlett*** I was shocked when Alpha Westby had suddenly appeared out of nowhere, his entrance unexpected and unwelcome. Ingrid stood beside him, tears streaming down her face as she gazed at Bryan with a mixture of sadness and betrayal. Max, too, looked disappointed, his expression a clear indication of his disapproval. Alpha Westby's voice was laced with anger and disappointment as he addressed Bryan. I had felt a pang in my chest as Bryan confessed his love for me. I knew it couldn't be easy for him to admit, especially in front of Alpha Westby and Ingrid. Even when I tried to tell the alpha that it was my fault and that I was the one who initiated the kiss, the alpha didn't want to listen. It wasn't easy for me to leave Bryan standing outside of the house. I had made a decision long time ago that I wasn't going to get selfish and try to make Bryan mine by all means. Not having Bryan, which is by biggest dream is a punishment for my father's sins and mine too. Tears stream
***Scarlett*** I cried myself to sleep my heart heavy with grief. I had let Bryan go, choosing his happiness over mine. I wanted him, but not at the cost of his peace of mind. I knew that he deserved to be happy, and I couldn't bear the thought of being the one to take that away from him. It was surprising that Alpha Westby would come to warm me by himself. If only he knew that I also didn't want Bryan here. After settling everything with the authorities, I left James's pack and headed back to my own. I was greeted with open arms by my pack members, who were eager to see me and hear my own side of the story. But I knew that I couldn't rest yet. There was still work to be done. I had to make sure that Evans's men were brought to justice, and that my pack was safe. I turned to look at Sterling. "We must look for Andrew. He is on the run." "Pathetic. He's such a snake. We now know why Evans preferred to keep him close." Someone complained. "He's been leaking pack informa
***Bryan*** I woke up early on the day of the wedding, feeling miserable. I didn't want to get married, but I knew I just had to. I had decided to respect Scarlett's decision and follow Alpha Westby that I would, and I couldn't back down now. As I got dressed, Max came into my room, looking grim. "Hey, man, you okay?" he asked. I nodded, trying to put on a brave face and look presentable. "Yeah, I'm fine." But Max knew me too well and could see through my lies. "Dude, you look like you're about to pass out," he said. "What's going on?" I sighed and rubbed my temples. "I don't know, Max. I just feel really overwhelmed. I don't want to get married, but I know I have to." Max put a hand on my shoulder. "Hey, it's going to be okay. You'll get through this. Forget about Scarlett and move on." I nodded, even though I knew moving on wasn't going to be easy. As we walked out to the ceremony site, I saw the pack members arranged and waiting for us. Alpha Westby was standing at the
***Scarlett*** I was jogging in the early hours of the morning in the forest, enjoying the peace and quiet, when suddenly I was grabbed from behind. I tried to struggle, but my captor was too strong. I was dragged away, unable to see who it was. But there was this familiar scent I picked. As I was pulled through the thrick forest floor, I caught a glimpse of Ingrid being dragged along beside me. I tried to call out to her, but my voice was muffled by a hand over my mouth. Finally, we were thrown into a dark room, and that was when I saw our captor. My heart stopped as I realized it was Evans. There was no way he was alive. I'm sure he died in the fire. Or did he somehow survive? The scars on his face were clearly seen caused from burns. I couldn't see his whole body because he was covered in a sweater and he had a hood on. "Surprised to see me honey?" He smiled at me. I had to turn away immediately because he reminded me of a demon from hell. "You're supposed to be dead,"
***Bryan*** I couldn't breathe for a moment as I stared at the camera on my phone, my mind reeling with horror. Evans' twisted face leered back at me, his burned and scarred skin making him look like a beast from hell. "Come alone, Bryan," he sneered. "If you want to save either of them." He had said to me laughing evilly. My heart raced as I thought of Scarlett and Ingrid, both of them in Evans' custody. I found myself screaming inside my head. Why can't he just die? Scarlett was so sure that he died in the fire. what is this now? Evans had warned me not to come along with anyone. I promise him I wasn't going to bring anyone with me. I arrived at the destination, my heart pounding in my chest. The first thing I noticed was both Ingrid and Scarlett's scent. I heard a scream come from the building. I was sure he was torturing one of them. This sends me into a frenzy and I growled in anger pushing the door down with my weight. As I entered the dark room, I was taken aback by